"General aviation is a literal lifeline to thousands of
communities around the U.S that do not have commercial airline
service. In the wake of the recent disaster here in North Dakota,
general aviation planes and airports were crucial in helping the
Civil Air Patrol and National Guard monitor the floodwaters to make
evacuation plans and watch hazardous effects of the flood such as
downed power lines. We have to ensure that this vital lifeline is
preserved."
Source: Part of a letter campaign by
dozens of the nation's Mayors, Mayor Fred Bott of Devils Lake,
North Dakota, makes the case for the value of general aviation to
the President.